Environment
Climate, energy, and the future of our planet.
Historic Climate Accord Sets Binding 2035 Emissions Targets
Nations agreed on legally binding interim targets and a fund to help developing economies decarbonize faster.
July 8, 2026
Coastal Cities Race to Adapt as Sea Levels Climb
From Jakarta to Miami, urban planners are rethinking infrastructure to survive rising tides.
July 8, 2026
Climate Talks End with Cautious Optimism and Unfinished Business
Negotiators struck compromise agreements on finance and emissions, but campaigners warn the pace of action still falls short of what the science demands.
July 7, 2026
Cities Race to Deploy Cooling Infrastructure Amid Record Heat
Urban planners are rolling out shade corridors, reflective surfaces and cooling centers as heatwaves intensify.
July 7, 2026
Nations pledge record funding to accelerate the clean energy transition
A new coalition committed billions to solar, wind, and grid upgrades, calling this the decisive decade.
July 6, 2026
The Quiet Comeback of Nuclear Energy
Facing climate deadlines, governments are revisiting a once-controversial power source.
July 6, 2026
Renewable Energy Overtakes Coal in Global Power Mix
For the first time, wind and solar generate more electricity than coal across major economies.
July 4, 2026
Coral Reefs Show Signs of Recovery in Protected Zones
Marine reserves are yielding measurable rebounds in reef health, offering a template for restoration.
July 4, 2026